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Show Page 35 I shook my head, for indeed I did not know. And I was at present as unable to think as I was unable to feel. "I could return to England when the Jonathan sails," I told her. "But what does England hold for me?" "You could join the prospective brides and find yourself a husband," suggested Mistress Pierce. I made no reply, simply shook my head again. Though I felt I had added many ayear to my age the past nine days, still I did not think I was ready for marriage. So I numbly decided to bide my time and try to discover if there was a place for me there in that land. Perhaps some kind soul would like a tutor or a nursemaid for his children. I trembled to think of it, but if I must, I could always hold Richard Kean to his offer of help. ******************** May 17, 1620 All newcomers were invited to tea near the Governor<s Mansion this afternoon. I will go though my heart is still numb from the news of Edward's death. Afterward the courting is to begin. ******************** |
